Gold ring presented to Captain T. F. Wilson by Colonel John Inglis at Lucknow, 1859 (c)
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Accession Number
NAM.1957-10-7-1
Description
Gold ring set with two diamonds and an emerald, presented to Gen Thomas Fourness Wilson by Sir John Inglis at Lucknow after the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859), 1859 (c). During the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) Colonel John Inglis of the 32nd Regiment assumed command of the Lucknow garrison after Sir Henry Lawrence’s death on 4 July 1857. An experienced officer, who had fought in the Sikhs Wars, he led the resistance until Sir Henry Havelock’s relief force arrived. Inglis was assisted in his endeavours by a staff officer, Captain Wilson of the 13th Bengal Native Infantry. In recognition of his services, Inglis presented him with this handsome ring.
Campaigns
Indian Mutiny (1857-1859)